Uploaded July 2015 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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To read more about our friend the kappa, check out our article:
tofugu.com/2015/06/16/kappa-japans-aquatic-cucumber-loving-booty-obsessed-yokai/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=kappa

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Today Tofugu explores the murky origins of the kappa, Japan's green amphibious river demon. It loves cucumbers, butts, and farting. Learn all about how to defend against a kappa and how to befriend it.

Music:
"60's Quiz Show" by Podington Bear is licensed under CC BY 3.0
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